4 Responses to “Ode to Dad (Merle Barrett) on Father’s Day”

Thank you for sharing your beautiful poem with us. Your father sounds like he is a truly wonderful dad (who is also a most devoted husband to your mom).

It's so nice that you took the time to share your emotions in this way while he is alive and well. Too often, we assume we will have an endless amount of time to say what we have to say and we let the years go by without expressing our appreciation or our true feelings.

On the heels of a wonderful visit from my parents, I was (even more) compelled to express my feelings. Publishing it here was a bit daunting, so your affirming words lift me and affirm for me I made the right decision.

Jacqui, That is beautiful! You captured dad perfectly, highlighting his warm and caring nature for everything that really matters. We always felt like "we" mattered:) I think we all carry on his and mom's love for simplicity.